Between 2013 and 2023, the waste treatment and disposal sector in the Netherlands showed a pattern of moderate growth interspersed with periods of stagnation and slight decline. The turnover stood at 2.37 Billion Euros in 2023. The five-year CAGR from 2019 to 2023 was 1.57%, indicating slow yet steady growth.
The sector faced significant fluctuations early in the decade, with noticeable decreases in 2016 and 2020, followed by recovery in subsequent years. The year-on-year growth rate for 2022 and 2023 was 1.17% and 1.15%, respectively, suggesting stable but modest growth in the recent past.
Looking ahead, the forecast for the next five years shows a consistent increase in turnover, with a CAGR of 0.85% projected through 2028. Stakeholders should be attentive to evolving regulatory changes, advancements in green technology, and increasing emphasis on circular economy practices, which are likely to influence future sector dynamics.
